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单词 pearl diving
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Definition of pearl diving in English:

pearl diving

noun ˈpəːl ˌdʌɪvɪŋ
  • 1The action of diving for pearls.

  • 2Slang (originally and chiefly US). The action of washing dishes in a cafe or restaurant.

Origin

Mid 17th century; earliest use found in Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society of London. From pearl + diving.

 
 

Definition of pearl diving in US English:

pearl diving

nounˈpəːl ˌdʌɪvɪŋ
  • 1The action of diving for pearls.

  • 2Slang (originally and chiefly US). The action of washing dishes in a cafe or restaurant.

Origin

Mid 17th century; earliest use found in Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society of London. From pearl + diving.

 
 
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